RAMP is a regional coalition including business, labor, public and private organizations and citizens dedicated to improved mobility in the South Sound and Washington State.
Our mission is to ensure a healthy regional economy associated with the development of an effective, efficient transportation system and the resources to sustain it.
RAMP is co-chaired by Pierce County Executive Bruce Dammeier, Port of Tacoma CEO John Wolfe and Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber President & CEO Tom Pierson.
Remember to visit On RAMP The partnership?s blog is at http://on-ramp.blogspot.com/.
New content appears with the opportunity for news and interesting topics. Guest blog postings are encouraged, contact David Schroedel or 253-627-2175, ext. 123.
Date:
April 4, 2018
Time:
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Website:
http://www.tacomachamber.org
Location:
The Fabulich Center
3600 Port of Tacoma Road
Tacoma, WA 98424 TacT
Contact:
David Schroedel
EMail:
davids@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
8:00 - 9:00 AM
Fees/Admission:
Complimentary
Apr 10 Lunch & Learn 4/10/18
Lunch & Learn
Each month the Chamber hosts Lunch & Learn where you can come learn about an engaging and informational topic. With an attendance size of 25-45 people this lunch offers a great personal and social experience.
Marketing Intelligence Back by Popular demand... Behrooz Madjdi, Pierce County Library District
Have you ever wondered about increasing your marketing capabilities without increasing your budget? Then check out this month's Lunch & Learn when Behrooz Madjdi, Pierce County Library Reference Associate demonstrates all of the FREE resources available to help increase your bottom line with targeted marketing and market research.
Date:
April 10, 2018
Time:
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location:
The Pine Room 2811 6th Ave.
Tacoma, WA 98406
Contact:
Jennifer Chernut
EMail:
jenniferc@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Fees/Admission:
$25.00 Member
$30.00 Non-Member
Includes lunch service
Apr 11 Small Business Roundtable 4/11/18
Small Business Roundtable (2nd Wednesday of the Month)
Every business has had to start at the bottom at some point and we all know that the climb to the top is not an easy one. Small Business Roundtable is a forum where small business can gather to discuss marketing issues, share solutions, and develop new ideas to help them succeed.
Facilitated by:
Aaron Schmookler
The Yes Works
Aaron Schmookler has a passion for finding the intersection between play and innovation, and helping people live and work there.
A love of collaboration and of excellence in communication has driven Aaron to build teams and nurture creativity. After graduating Summa Cum Laude from Oberlin College, Aaron began work in the corporate world, gaining appreciation for his ability to communicate, to innovate, and to find the opportunity for constructive change in every crisis.
Businesses and organizations large and small, public and private have used Aaron?s support to improve communication, increase innovation, and manage conflict on both coasts, even while he earned his MFA in Theater from UMASS.
Once, he thought his business work and his theater work were separate, but he?s learned since that they are one and the same.
Date:
April 11, 2018
Time:
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Location:
Financial Network
5000 Bridgeport Way W
University Place, WA 98467
Contact:
Jennifer Chernut
EMail:
jenniferc@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
7:30 - 9:00 AM
Fees/Admission:
Complimentary
Apr 13 Chamber Luncheon 4/13/18
Each month the Chamber hosts a luncheon where you can come and receive updates on the Chamber and the community. The Chamber provides 80-100 attendees with the opportunity to become informed whether it’s through candidate forums, seasonal updates, or award ceremonies.
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED.
PLEASE REGISTER AT THE DOOR
2018 Tahoma Business Environmental Award
Find out who will be recognized as the 2018 Tahoma Business Environmental Award designee for their work in implementing work practices illustrating environmental stewardship, such as waste reduction, recycling programs, or energy conservation.
Congratulations to the 2018 nominees: ForeverGreen Trails, Travel Tacoma, and the University of Puget Sound.
State Representative JT Wilcox will provide a legislative recap.
Hear from Tacoma Public Utilities Chair Monique Trudnowski as she discusses thelatest news about Click! and the search for a TPU Director.
Also hear from Mike Slevin, Director of Environmental Services for the City of Tacoma, as he discusses latest news in alternative fuel sources.
Date:
April 13, 2018
Time:
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location:
Pacific Grill Events Center 1530 Pacific Ave Tacoma, WA 98402
Contact:
Jennifer Chernut
EMail:
jenniferc@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Fees/Admission:
Member: $30.00
Non-Member: $35.00
Member Walk-In: $35.00
Non-Member Walk-In: $40.00
Apr 17 Colonial Life Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting
Join the team at Colonial Life as they celebrate their Grand Opening with a ribbon cutting and open house!
About Colonial Life
Get to know the business behind the benefits
For more than 75 years, Colonial Life has had one mission: to help America's workers preserve and protect the vitally important things they work so hard to build. Take a look behind the scenes to learn about our history, leadership team, business successes, arena sponsorship and more.
Date:
April 17, 2018
Time:
5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Location:
Colonial Life
10828 Gravelly Lake Dr SW
Lakewood, WA 98499
Contact:
Jennifer Chernut 253.683.4881
EMail:
jenniferc@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
Tuesday, April 17
5:00 - 7:30 pm
**Ribbon Cutting at 5:30 pm**
Fees/Admission:
Complimentary
Apr 18 Small Business Roundtable 4/18/18
Small Business Roundtable (3rd Wednesday of the Month)
Every business has had to start at the bottom at some point and we all know that the climb to the top is not an easy one. Small Business Roundtable is a forum where small business can gather to discuss marketing issues, share solutions, and develop new ideas to help them succeed.
Facilitated by:
Gwen Kohl
Spaceworks Tacoma
Gwen is a catalyst, entrepreneur, and combiner of things. She is building bridges among entrepreneurial resources in Tacoma and working to make the South Sound the best place to grow business.
A life-long learner, she holds a Bachelor of Arts in Science, with an emphasis in ecology and sociology, and is currently working towards her MBA. There is never only one path through life, and her journey has taken her through many industries and across the United States and abroad to Nicaragua, Belize, Peru, Chile, and Australia.
With a passion for innovation, a formal training as a scientist, and endless curiosity about how things work, she has found that sometimes you have to step back from what you think you need in order to see the big picture. As an entrepreneur, Gwen has been involved in many start-ups and owner-operator endeavors. She believes in patience, flexibility, and support networks.
Date:
April 18, 2018
Time:
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Location:
Chamber Offices
950 Pacific Ave. 3rd Floor
Tacoma, WA 98402
Contact:
Jennifer Chernut
EMail:
JenniferC@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
7:30 - 9:00 AM
Fees/Admission:
Complimentary
Apr 18 Pierce County Outlook 2018
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED
PLEASE REGISTER AT THE DOOR
Join the Chamber for the 2nd annual lunch, where Pierce County leaders discuss the outlook for Pierce County in key areas including: public safety and economic & workforce development.
These insights into the Pierce County socioeconomic climate make this an invaluable event for local organizations looking to shape their vision for the coming years.
Program includes an address by County Executive Bruce Dammeier.
Program also includes panel discussion by:
Port of Tacoma Commissioner Don Meyer
Pierce County Sheriff Paul Pastor
COL. Nicole Lucas, JBLM Garrison Commander
Bruce Kendall, Economic Development Board Tacoma-Pierce County President & CEO
Date:
April 18, 2018
Time:
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location:
Pacific Lutheran University
Chris Knutzen Hall, University Center
Building #34 on campus map
12180 Park Ave. S
Tacoma, WA 98447
Contact:
Jennifer Chernut 253.683.4881
EMail:
JenniferC@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
Wednesday, April 18th, 2018
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Fees/Admission:
Member prepay: $40.00
Non-Member Prepay: $50.00
Member Walk-in $50.00
Non-Member Walk-in $65.00
Corporate table of 8: $750.00
Apr 18 Brews for a Better Tacoma 4/18/18
Come join the Chamber as we sit down for a beer (or other beverage) with a new elected official each month. This will be a great chance to see different areas of the County as we have a casual conversation with our representatives on how to make the South Sound the best place to business in Washington State.
This month features:
Council Member Catherine Ushka District 4
Date:
April 18, 2018
Time:
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Location:
Stanley and Seaforts 115 E 34th St.
Tacoma, WA 98404
Contact:
David Schroedel
EMail:
DavidS@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
4:30 - 5:30 pm
Fees/Admission:
No fee to attend
Buy your own beer
Apr 19 TownePlace Suites Marriott
Join the team at TownePlace Suites Marriott as they celebrate their Grand Opening with a ribbon cutting!
About Towneplace Suites Marriott
Rest and recharge at the brand-new TownePlace Suites Tacoma Lakewood. Our extended-stay hotel boasts a prime location near Pacific Lutheran University, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Camp Murray and Madigan Army Medical Center. After experiencing our local culture, make yourself at home in our spacious suites. We feature fully equipped kitchens, complimentary Wi-Fi and plush bedding for your ultimate relaxation. Start your mornings off the right way at our free breakfast buffet with hot and fresh options. Stop by our 24-hour In A Pinch® Market when you're in need of quick snacks or cold beverages. In addition to providing for your dining needs, we also offer a fitness center and outdoor pool so you can maintain an active lifestyle. Business travelers can take advantage of our modern event space, perfect for hosting intimate board meetings and presentations. Whether you're visiting Washington for a leisurely getaway or work-centered trip, experience comfort and convenience at TownePlace Suites Tacoma Lakewood.
Date:
April 19, 2018
Time:
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Location:
TownePlace Suites Marriott
11725 Pacific Hwy SW
Lakewood, WA 98499
Contact:
Jennifer Chernut 253.683.4881
EMail:
JenniferC@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
Thursday, April 19
4:30 - 6:30 pm
**Ribbon Cutting at 5:30 pm**
Fees/Admission:
Complimentary
Apr 19 Chamber After-Hours 04/19/18
Chamber After-Hours is a monthly gathering where you are able to build relationships with small, medium, and large Chamber investors. This is your chance to promote your organization, form strategic partnerships, and interact with new businesses.
Stop by and take advantage of this complimentary opportunity to meet and mingle while sipping on a glass of wine and snacking on a variety of delicious hors d'oeuvres. Complimentary beer, wine and soft drinks will be served
Chance to win great prizes
Must be 21 and older to attend.
Date:
April 19, 2018
Time:
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location:
Ethix Insurance 1944 Pacific Ave Ste 204 Tacoma, WA 98402
Contact:
Jennifer Chernut
EMail:
jenniferc@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
5:00 - 7:00 PM
Fees/Admission:
Complimentary
Apr 20 Government Affairs Committee 4/20/18
The Government Affairs Committee (GAC) is responsible for developing and implementing the business advocacy and political action strategic vision of the Chamber.
For additional information, please contact: David Schroedel, 253-682-1723, davids@tacomachamber.org
Date:
April 20, 2018
Time:
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Website:
http://www.tacomachamber.org
Location:
Chamber Offices
US Bank Community Room
950 Pacific Ave., Ste 300
(NW Corner of 11th & Pacific Ave.)
Tacoma, WA 98402
Contact:
David Schroedel 253.682.1723
EMail:
DavidS@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
2:00 - 3:00 pm
Fees/Admission:
Complimentary
Apr 27 West Side Wake Up! 4/27/18
West Side Wake Up!
This monthly business forum for the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber West Side Branch provides those doing business with the opportunity to receive the benefit of an educational topic and community updates.
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS CLOSED
PLEASE REGISTER AT THE DOOR
Legislative Update and More!
Hear from State Senator Steve O'Ban on what transpired at this year's legislative session.
Get an update from the City of Fircrest from Mayor Hunter George.